How committed/stringent are the deadlines for the section 71 survey? Would you ever modify the timelines if important new information is discovered or submitted?
Under the Act (CEPA 1999), companies are obligated to respond to a section 71 Notice by the deadline specified in the Notice. Penalties are detailed in the “Explanatory Notes” section of the Notices. Extensions can be requested prior to the deadline. Requests for extension must be submitted in writing and should include the CAS numbers of substances for which information will be provided and a rationale for the extension request. The extension request should also include the name of the company, contact person, address, phone number and fax number.No extension will be granted after the deadline has expired. It is recommended that a request for extension be submitted at least five business days before the deadline, so that the request can be processed by the Government of Canada before the deadline. You may send your request by mail, by fax, or by email.
